Level 2 German
Course Description
Big Question: How does learning German enhance our identity?
In this course we will explore the lives of young people today, both in New Zealand and in German-speaking countries.
The purpose of this course is to build your communication skills in German, deepen your understanding of German culture, and how it compares with your own day to day life. You will be able to expand on what you learned in Year 11, understand more complex texts, and use more complex German to write and speak about topics relevant to young people. Topics will include relationships, travel and future plans
Recommended Prior Learning
Students must have completed Level 1 German. Exceptions may be made in consultation with the HOL.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery (Approximate)
To be advised
Pathway
Students of German gain knowledge and skills that enrich and support every aspect of their journey through life, including the world of work.
To employers, the knowledge of an additional language shows resilience, a commitment to learning, and an openness to understanding different cultures and perspectives. Proficiency in German is increasingly sought for work related to advocacy, education, journalism, health, and government.
Assessment Information
Students will complete two internal assessments and one external assessment. The internals focus on:- writing in German,
- presenting in spoken and/or written German
The external focuses on
- reading texts written in German and answering questions in English.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
German 2.2 - Give a spoken presentation in German that communicates information, ideas and opinions
NZQA Info
German 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of a variety of written and/or visual German text(s) on familiar matters
NZQA Info
German 2.5 - Write a variety of text types in German to convey information, ideas, and opinions in genuine contexts